2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2008 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
